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0193D/DU - American Indian Studies Summer Institute

Registration for this Event is Closed

Course Description:

In partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction American Indian Studies Program, the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, and the First Nations Studies Program and Professional Program in Education Center for First Nations Studies at UW-Green Bay

The American Indian Studies Summer Institute (AISSI) is an active, highly participatory, week-long workshop/course designed to increase participants’ understanding of issues related to the history, culture, and tribal sovereignty of the federally recognized tribes and bands in Wisconsin. Our goals relate to both American Indian studies and the education of American Indian students. This event aims to improve teaching and learning and to enrich student services so that they may become more culturally responsive. Participants will learn how to adapt or develop new techniques best suited to their unique circumstances.

Classroom sessions use a variety of teaching methods and provide opportunities for both presenters and participants to share information, resources, best practices, and model programs. A field trip and other sessions outside the classroom provide opportunities for experiential learning. Rich discussions allow everyone to share their insights and reactions. Perhaps most importantly, participants will have the opportunity to work in small groups to develop an action plan to teach others what they have learned. Events will include a celebration of the relationships we have made and the things we have learned with a traditional feast and cultural activities.

Who Should Attend? Anyone with a personal or professional interest in American Indian studies and/or American Indian education is welcome to attend. This event also meets licensing requirements for educators trained outside Wisconsin.

TO REGISTER:

Step 1 - Register for the Institute: All participants must first register for the week-long Institute by contacting Connie Haas at the Department of Public Instruction at 608-267-9267 or connie.haas@dpi.wi.gov or by registering at the following website:http://amind.dpi.wi.gov/

Step 2 - If interested in earning undergraduate or graduate CREDIT, you must also register with UWGB by completing this online registration form. (Click the red "Register Online" button on the top or bottom of this web page, then continue by completing the information required on each page.)

Credit tuition is in addition to the registration cost for the Institute. Please remit the credit tuition to UWGB.

Comments from Participants:

"This course has provided me valuable insights and given me practical methods for implementing multicultural education. It has also equipped me with information to respond to comments that are stereotypical about groups."

"This exposure and instruction in American Indian culture will allow me to work better with and have a better understanding of American Indian children."

"This course is well-balanced and promotes meaningful change and learning!"

Choose from TWO Enrollment Options!

Three Graduate Credits ($1,273.41)

Course Number: EDUC 695-6, section 7102 (#0193D)

Prerequisite: Graduate Standing (Must have earned a bachelor’s degree); All participants must first register for the week-long Institute by contacting Connie Haas at the Department of Public Instruction at 608-267-9267 or connie.haas@dpi.wi.gov or by registering at the following website: http://amind.dpi.wi.gov/

Schedule: Monday through Friday, July 28-August 1, 2014. Course begins at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, July 28 and is completed at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, August 1, 2014. This course will follow the daily agenda of the Summer Institute. All students are required to participate in all of the scheduled day activities.(The official course start and end dates for fee and grade reporting purposes are July 28 to August 26, 2014.)

Teacher Standards # 3, 5, 7, 9, 10

Administrator Standards #: 3, 5, 7

Three Undergraduate Credits ($787.29)

Course Number: EDUC 495-6, section 7102 (#0193DU)

Prerequisite: Must have graduated from a recognized high school; All participants must first register for the week-long Institute by contacting Connie Haas at the Department of Public Instruction at 608-267-9267 or connie.haas@dpi.wi.gov or by registering at the following website: http://amind.dpi.wi.gov/

Schedule: Monday through Friday, July 28-August 1, 2014. Course begins at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, July 28 and is completed at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, August 1, 2014. This course will follow the daily agenda of the Summer Institute. All students are required to participate in all of the scheduled day activities.(The official course start and end dates for fee and grade reporting purposes are July 28 to August 26, 2014.)